07-09-2024 EDC Agenda PacketA.5:30 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER
B.OATH OF OFFICE
B.1 Oath of Office David Benedict
C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioners may add or delete items at this time.
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1 Approve Economic Development Commission Minutes of June 11, 2024.
E.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
E.1 Presentation by Lee Hall, CEO and Business Advisor with NextStage.
F.DISCUSSION / GENERAL BUSINESS ITEMS
G.DIRECTOR'S REPORT
H.ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2024
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD
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Economic Development Commission Item
July 9, 2024
Subject Oath of Office David Benedict
Section OATH OF OFFICE Item No: B.1
Prepared By Jenny Potter, City Clerk File No:
SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
ATTACHMENTS
David Benedict Oath of Office
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OATH OF OFFICE
I, David Benedict,do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States, the
Constitution of the State of Minnesota, and to discharge faithfully the duties of the office of
Economic Development Commissioner of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota to the best of m y
judgment and ability, so help me, God.
David Benedict
Date: July 9, 2024
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss
COUNTY OF CARVER )
Subscribed and sworn to before me this ____ day of ________________, 2024.
Notary Public
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Economic Development Commission Item
July 9, 2024
Subject Approve Economic Development Commission Minutes of June 11, 2024.
Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES Item No: D.1
Prepared By Kate Vogt, Admin Support Specialist File No:
SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Economic Development Commission approve the June 11, 2024
Commission minutes.
ATTACHMENTS
June 11, 2024 EDC Minutes
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CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
June 11, 2024
Vice Chair Zurek called the meeting to order at 5:42 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chair Duke Zurek, Chris Freeman, Stacy Goff, Luke Bame
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chair Eric Anderson, Cohen Lee
STAFF PRESENT: Samantha DiMaggio, Economic Development Manager
PUBLIC PRESENT:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
APPROVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AGENDA DATED May 14, 2024
Commissioner Goff moved, and Commissioner Bame seconded to approve the Agenda of the Economic
Development Commission meeting dated May 14, 2024, as presented. All voted in favor and the motion
was carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
APPROVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MINUTES DATED May 14, 2024
Commissioner Zurek moved, and Commissioner Goff seconded to approve the Minutes of the Economic
Development Commission meeting dated May 14, 2024, as presented. All voted in favor and the motion
was carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
DISCUSSION/GENERAL BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. Sewer (SAC) and Water (WAC) Availability Charge Policy Consideration
Commissioner Zurek moved, and Commissioner Goff seconded to approve the Sewer (SAC) and Water
(WAC) Availability Charge Policy, as presented with the suggestion of “renovating with improvement.”
The vote carried 3 to 1 in favor.
2. Establishment of Local Housing Incentive Account Deferred Loan Program
Commissioner Bame moved, and Commissioner Zurek seconded to approve the Establishment of Local
Housing Incentive Account Deferred Loan Program, as presented. All voted in favor and the motion
was carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
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Economic Development Commission – January 9, 2024
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ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Zurek moved, and Commissioner Bame seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in
favor and the motion was carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0. The Economic Development
Commission meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
Submitted by Samantha DiMaggio
Economic Development Manager
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Economic Development Commission Item
July 9, 2024
Subject Presentation by Lee Hall, CEO and Business Advisor with NextStage.
Section VISITOR PRESENTATIONS Item No: E.1
Prepared By Sam DiMaggio, Economic Development Manager File No:
SUMMARY
Lee Hall, CEO & Business Advisor with NextStage will share information on the resources they offer to
businesses and entrepreneurs.
BACKGROUND
NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our
experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans,
start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.
For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your
business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are
ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound
planning and competitive financing.
NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses
thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott
County, and the City of Minneapolis.
From lender to entrepreneur, to fractional CFO, to nonprofit executive and program manager, Lee
Hall’s working experience has focused on launching and growing small business ventures, with a
particular focus on proper capitalization and financial management. His breadth of experience has
taught him how to apply entrepreneurial thinking to any situation. Lee excels at supporting businesses
with long-term planning, management, and capitalization plans. He is a strategic thinker, who enjoys
helping entrepreneurs take stock of the big picture and craft actionable strategies to achieve their long-
term visions. In addition to his duties as CEO, he is the primary contact and provider for entrepreneurs
operating in Carver and Scott Counties.
DISCUSSION
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RECOMMENDATION
As this is a presentation, no formal action is required.
ATTACHMENTS
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